Finding into death of Leli Pulis
Deceased
Leli Pulis
Demographics
55y, male
Date of death
2016-10-31
Finding date
2018-10-16
Cause of death
Multiple injuries sustained in a fall from a height
AI-generated summary
A 55-year-old man died from multiple injuries sustained in a fall from a height while clearing guttering from his home carport. He fell through corrugated iron and plastic roofing onto concrete from approximately 3-4 metres. He was transported to hospital with head injuries, underwent neurosurgery for subdural haematoma and brain drainage, plus orthopaedic fixation for thoracic spine injury. Despite ICU care, he developed progressive brain swelling with signs of herniation and died 9 days post-injury. The coroner identified a significant prevention gap: while workplace falls are regulated, domestic DIY falls from heights and roofs lack public education campaigns. The finding highlights the need for targeted safety initiatives for home maintenance activities, particularly for older males undertaking high-risk work without safety equipment.
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Contributing factors
- Fall through corrugated iron and plastic carport roofing
- Lack of safety equipment during DIY work at height
- Insufficient public education on risks of domestic falls from heights
Coroner's recommendations
- That the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services consider extending the national 'Ladder Safety Matters' public education initiative to include falls from heights, including roofs, in the DIY context
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